Early Day Motions

Harpenden Hopper 10 year anniversary

That this House congratulates the Harpenden Hopper bus service on a decade of serving members of the Harpenden community, founded by several volunteers, including the late Rosemary Farmer, the 10 year anniversary of this organisation is a testament to their work in combating loneliness, increasing a

Accountability of the Judicial Appointments Commission and protection of press freedom

That this House is deeply concerned that the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC) sought to recover more than £14,000 in legal costs from journalist Barnie Choudhury after he challenged its refusal to disclose information under the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act; agrees with the National Union o

Tent of Nations Nassar family farm

That this House notes the long-standing legal efforts of the Nassar family to protect and re-register their family farm, known as Tent of Nations, located south-west of Bethlehem in Area C of the occupied West Bank; recognises the farm’s educational, ecological and peace-building work, including its

Action Mesothelioma Day 2026

That this House recognises Action Mesothelioma Day 2026, to be marked across the United Kingdom on 3 July 2026; notes that the day is held annually to raise awareness of mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases and to remember those who have lost their lives as a result of asbestos exposure;

Pet-inclusive homelessness and temporary accommodation

That this House recognises that increasing numbers of people experiencing homelessness are forced to choose between accessing accommodation and keeping the pets that provide companionship, emotional support, stability and safety; notes that people choose to sleep rough, sofa surf or remain in unsafe

Detention of Iranian labour activist Yaser Ahmadinejad

That this House expresses its deep concern regarding the 33-month prison sentence handed to Iranian oil worker and labour activist Yaser Ahmadinejad; notes that Mr Ahmadinejad, a former employee of the Arkan Saless drilling company, was convicted of propaganda against the state and other charges fol

Hartley Pensions and FCA enforcement action (No. 2)

That this House notes with great concern the slow administration of Hartley Pensions Ltd; notes that this is causing considerable financial stress and hardship for the many pension holders who are still waiting for the transfer of their pension; further notes that administrators UHY Hacker Young ha

10th anniversary of Oxgangs Community Church

That this House congratulates Oxgangs Community Church on the celebration of its 10th anniversary; notes that the Church was established in 2016 to serve the community of Oxgangs and has since become a valued part of local life; recognises its commitment to supporting individuals and families throug

Community One Stop Shop

That this House congratulates Edinburgh charity Community One Stop Shop (COSS) on its exceptional impact over the past year in supporting individuals experiencing poverty and crisis; applauds the expansion of its services through the new Waverley Care Van, which supported 1,868 people experiencing h

40th anniversary of the Knight School of Dance, Finchampstead

That this House celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Knight School of Dance based in Finchampstead in Wokingham which was recently celebrated with performances of Ruby Reflections; congratulates particularly Alison Knight and the dedication she has shown in running the school all that time; recogn

Wokingham's Best Pub Competition

That this House congratulates The Two Poplars in Wokingham on being the winner of the Wokingham's Best Pub Competition, organised by the hon. Member for Wokingham and voted on by members of the local community; further congratulates the runner-up establishment The White Horse in Holme Grange, and al

60th anniversary of City Road Club Hull

That this House celebrates the 60th anniversary of City Road Club Hull, established in 1966, attended by thirty members, where the club's colours of yellow with three purple hoops were decided; acknowledges the club's significant contribution to promoting cycling in Hull and the surrounding areas; c

Improving access to elected office for disabled candidates

That this House recognises the importance of ensuring that disabled people are able to participate fully in democratic life and contest elections on an equal basis with others; notes that disabled candidates can experience significant additional costs when seeking election, including for accessible

Adequacy of early years funding in Hampshire

That this House notes with concern the mounting pressures facing the early years sector following the rise in employer National Insurance contributions; further notes the widening gap between the funding needed to deliver high quality early years care and the funding actually provided under the Gove

The Multibank and Coronation Hub, Scotstoun

That this House congratulates Move On, The Felix Project and Multibank Scotland on the establishment of the Multibank and Coronation Hub in Scotstoun, within the constituency of Glasgow West, the first initiative of its kind in Scotland, bringing together all three charities under one roof; recognis

Duty to assess mental capacity

That this House notes the poor understanding of the principle of presumption of capacity among professionals raised as far back as the 2014 House of Lords Select Committee’s post-legislative scrutiny of the Mental Capacity Act 2005; acknowledges the difficulties experienced in applying the principle

Arrest of Dr Mazen Al-Rantisi and Israeli action against Palestinian civil society

That this House notes with grave concern the arrest of Dr Mazen Al Rantisi, a 71 year old Palestinian physician, in a pre-dawn raid on his home in Ramallah in the occupied West Bank; recognises his longstanding role as a provider of care to low income Palestinians, including waiving fees, supplying

Tracklements receives King's Award for Enterprise

That this House congratulates Tracklements, based in Wiltshire, on being awarded the prestigious The King's Award for Enterprise in recognition of its outstanding achievement in international trade; notes that Tracklements is one of only 116 businesses across the United Kingdom to receive this honou

Brinkworth Dairy

That this House congratulates Brinkworth Dairy, based near Chippenham in Wiltshire, on its outstanding success at the International Cheese and Dairy Awards, where it has been awarded three Gold Medals for its exceptional dairy products; celebrates the achievement of its Salted Caramel Gelato, alongs

Five-year indefinite leave to remain pathway for Skilled Worker visa holders (No. 2)

That this House recognises the vital contribution of Skilled Worker visa holders to the UK economy and public services, including sectors facing critical shortages such as health, engineering, and social care; notes that these individuals pay taxes, contribute to their communities, and have no recou

Toxicity testing on animals

That this House acknowledges the terrible pain, suffering, distress, lasting harm and death suffered by animals subject to toxicity testing; notes that, under generic service licences, the substance being tested is unknown to those authorising the testing; further notes that the harrowing suffering

Migratory birds

That this House, during negotiations around UK/EU reset, calls for stronger international cooperation and enforcement, around the illegal shooting of significant numbers of migratory birds during Spring migration through European countries, such as Malta, which sits on a major flyway between Europe

Volunteer Centre West Berkshire

That this House congratulates Volunteer Centre West Berkshire on more than five decades of dedicated service to the local community since its founding in 1974; recognises its enduring ethos of Matching Local People to Local Need, connecting residents with more than 350 volunteering opportunities whi

1,100 years since the political unification of England

That this House notes that 2027 will mark 1,100 years since the year 927, when King Athelstan took control of York and brought Northumbria into the first politically united English kingdom; recognises that this anniversary is not only a national moment, but a northern one, with York, Yorkshire and t

40th anniversary of AGEnda North Down and Ards

That this House congratulates the AGEnda North Down and Ards charity on the celebration of its 40th anniversary within the Borough; acknowledges the charity's four decades of vital, volunteer-led support, which enables older people to remain independent and connected through initiatives like daily G